by Julie Bergfeld | Apr 27, 2026 | longevity
I used to believe pain was always in the tissues where I felt it. But the more I learn, explore and understand, I recognize that the brain has a tricky way to deceiving you. The body is armed with an alarm system: you get injured, the alarm goes off, the injury heals,...
by Julie Bergfeld | Jan 12, 2026 | longevity, miscellaneous, Nutrition
Your nervous system is not meant to live in one state all the time. Health depends on flexibility—the ability to move between states as circumstances change. According to polyvagal theory, there are three primary nervous system states: Ventral vagal (safe + connected)...
by Julie Bergfeld | Dec 8, 2025 | longevity, Movement
Put yourself back in the driver’s seat of your body and brain with one simple, free tool: your breath. Slow, light and paced, diaphragmatic breathing supports people with many chronic conditions by lowering stress hormones and helping the nervous system relax, which...
by Julie Bergfeld | Jan 5, 2025 | Exercise, longevity, miscellaneous
Pelvic Floor Health for Men and Women While pelvic floor issues are thought of as “women’s issues” — men can face similar challenges, particularly with age. Pelvic floor dysfunction is one of the leading causes of incontinence in older men and may contribute to...
by Julie Bergfeld | Nov 25, 2024 | longevity, Mindset, Rest
The Brain Benefits of Gratitude: A Neuroscientific Perspective Gratitude is more than a feeling. Research shows that practicing gratitude can reshape the brain, improve emotional well-being, and even augment physical health. Here’s a look at how cultivating...
by Julie Bergfeld | Jul 22, 2024 | longevity, Mindset
I’ve been coaching several individuals who have ADHD. I recognize tendencies towards it in myself as well, even though I don’t seek a formal diagnosis. While there is a place for medication, there is a lot that can be done with lifestyle to manage the challenges that...
